Drone Engineering Seminar

Seminar Overview

An evening seminar featuring talks from engineers working on cutting-edge drone technology. Learn about the challenges and breakthroughs in modern UAV design from people building the real thing.

Speakers

• Tom Rivera (Wing Aviation) - Last-mile delivery drone logistics
• Dr. Priya Sharma (Skydio) - Visual navigation and obstacle avoidance
• Marcus Lee (BEARS Alumni, DJI) - From student projects to industry careers

Topics Covered

• Flight Controller Design: PID tuning, sensor fusion, and real-time control systems
• Autonomous Navigation: SLAM, computer vision, and GPS-denied flight
• Regulations & Safety: FAA Part 107, beyond visual line of sight operations
• Career Paths: How to break into the drone industry as an engineer

Event Details

Date: March 28, 2026 Time: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM Location: Engineering Building, Lecture Hall B

Light refreshments provided. Bring your questions!